Regional Sales Associate, Stop Loss - West Region

Symetra; United States; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible hybrid/telecommuting

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Symetra is seeking a Regional Sales Associate to join the Stop Loss Sales team. You will learn the employee benefits and stop loss business, build relationships with clients, and help grow a profitable block of employer stop loss.

Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting options support work-life balance. Ideal candidates will pursue a sales career, demonstrate integrity, and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams across benefits products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, sales, marketing, or a business-related field.
• Strong work ethic and desire to pursue a sales career.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills, with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Learn the Excess Loss insurance business, products, distribution channels, brand and sales.
• Help build and service a profitable employer stop loss block.
• Travel to field offices to develop relationships with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Integrity and communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, sales, marketing, or business-related field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

ESL

Job description

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to begin a career with our Stop Loss Sales team as a Regional Sales Associate !About the roleAs a Regional Sales Associate (RSA) you’re a member of the Benefits Distribution channel regional sales team. Your primary responsibilities will include learning from the ground up about group insurance business, specifically employee benefits and stop loss. You’ll learn how to build, maintain, and service a profitable block of employer stop loss business. And there’s room to grow! After demonstrating success in this role, you can move up to the next level RSA where your responsibilities increase and you’re eligible for incentive compensation.New hire classes for Regional Sales Associates typically begin in July of each year, with start dates subject to change.What you will doLearn about the Excess Loss insurance business - products, distribution channels, brand, marketing, and salesSpend time with other Benefits Division distribution teams to learn about Symetra's Select Benefits and Group Life and Disability products for the purpose of understanding cross sell opportunities within Symetra's Benefits DivisionTravel to various field offices to learn about the business and to start to develop relationships with key internal and external clientsWhy work at Symetra“If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work.” Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development“Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences.” Darrell J. - Actuary III“Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions.” Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior AnalystWhat we offer youWe don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangementsPlan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidaysGive back to your community and double your impact through our company matchingWant more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits OverviewCompensation$22.00 - $36.23/hour plus eligibility for Company Annual Bonus programWho you areBachelor’s degree in accounting, sales, marketing, and/or business-related fieldStrong work ethic and desire to pursue a sales careerWillingness to learnAbility to develop a high level of integrity, communication skills (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skillsFunctional with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ESLDemonstrate effective time management and organizational skills.Ability to travel as assignedWe empower inclusionAt Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedomSymetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careersWork AuthorizationEmployer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:As a remote-first organization with a cameras-on culture, reliable internet connectivity is important to how we connect, collaborate, and serve our customers. To support a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of \"broadband.\"Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.Identity VerificationSymetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:Disqualification from the recruitment processWithdrawal of a job offerTermination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered